Project Manager - Healthcare Catering Operations

COREcruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare catering company in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee operations. Responsibilities include managing meal preparation, ensuring quality standards, and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have over 8 years of managerial experience and a relevant tertiary qualification. This role offers the opportunity to lead kitchen teams in delivering high-quality food services.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of managerial experience, preferably in catering, hospitality, or healthcare operations.
• Valid driver’s license and own transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of meal preparation, kitchen hygiene, and service delivery.
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Implement and maintain company standards and compliance.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls.
• Lead, train, and motivate staff for high performance.
• Monitor food costs and maximize gross profit.

Skills

Strong food production and resale experience

Financial management

Human resource management

Advanced administrative and computer proficiency

Entrepreneurial and strategic mindset

Education

Tertiary qualification in Culinary Arts or Project Management

Job description

Project Manager – Healthcare Catering Operations - Claremont, Western Cape, South Africa

Seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee healthcare catering operations in the Western Cape. The successful candidate will guide and support kitchen teams to deliver efficient, high-quality food services in line with the company's operational and quality standards. This role involves establishing standard menus and recipes, managing procurement and stock, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety regulations, and maintaining strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Culinary Arts or Project Management
• 8+ years of managerial experience (preferably in catering, hospitality, or healthcare operations)
• Strong food production and resale experience
• Proven ability in financial management, performance monitoring, and human resource management
• Entrepreneurial and strategic mindset with outcome-focused management style
• Advanced administrative and computer proficiency
• Valid driver’s license and own transport

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of meal preparation, kitchen hygiene, and service delivery
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Implement and maintain company standards, policies, and legislative compliance
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls, including stock and cash management
• Lead, train, and motivate staff to achieve high performance and productivity
• Monitor and control food costs, prevent waste, and maximize gross profit
• Maintain effective communication with clients and management
• Oversee staff payroll and ensure compliance with HR procedures